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Cybersecurity News

Chrome update fixes “severe” vulnerability

Posted on March 29, 2022

Do you use Chrome as your desktop web browser? If so, please check which version of Chrome you have installed on your computer. If your version of Chrome is not up to date, you could be vulnerable to hackers.

Posted in Cybersecurity Alerts, Cybersecurity News, IT News

Beware of Ukraine-themed phishing scams

Posted on March 15, 2022

Although there are no current credible Russian cybersecurity threats to U.S. universities, UW’s cybersecurity team is prepared to prevent cyberattacks. Do your part by identifying and reporting phishing scams related to Ukraine.

Posted in Cybersecurity Alerts, IT News, Scams

Last Chance For Early Registration: EDUCAUSE Cybersecurity Conference

Posted on March 15, 2022

In Baltimore: May 3-5. Attend for just-in-time content to help higher education cybersecurity and privacy professionals address current challenges. Price increases after Mar 22!

Posted in Cybersecurity News, IT News

Join The Cybersecurity Forward Planning Committee

Posted on February 1, 2022

The Cybersecurity Forward Planning Committee is looking for new members! Interested in joining? Let us know by Feb 4.

Posted in Cybersecurity News, IT News

Action Needed: Log4J Vulnerability

Posted on December 15, 2021

The UW–Madison Cybersecurity Operations Center has confirmed numerous attempts on the campus network. In order to secure your systems, you need to act now.

Posted in Cybersecurity Alerts, Cybersecurity News, IT Impacts, IT News

Are your smart home devices secure?

Posted on October 5, 2021

Smart TVs, cameras, speakers, watches, toys, phones, tablets and other internet-connected devices add convenience to our lives, but their security isn’t guaranteed. Get tips to protect your personal info.

Posted in Cybersecurity News, IT News

8/16 Phishing Alert! Subject: “Benefits”

Posted on August 17, 2021

There’s an active phishing campaign targeting UW–‍Madison email addresses. The attacker offers to provide financial assistance to qualifying employees. Sure signs it’s bogus: misspellings and a link to a non-UW URL.

Posted in Cybersecurity News, IT News, Scams

6/28 Phishing Alert: Subject – “IRS Announces New Programs That Forgives Millions”

Posted on June 28, 2021

There’s an active phishing campaign targeting UW–‍Madison email addresses. The attacker offers info on a tax-forgiveness program. A sure sign it’s bogus: grammatical error in the subject line.

Posted in Cybersecurity News, IT News, Scams

6/28 Phishing Alert: Subject – “Wisconsin” or “support team”

Posted on June 28, 2021

There’s an active phishing campaign targeting UW–‍Madison email addresses. The attacker impersonates a UW–‍Madison sender and offers significant financial relief.

Posted in Cybersecurity News, IT News, Scams

6/21 Phishing Alert: Subject – “UW-Madison Account Update”

Posted on June 22, 2021

There’s an active phishing campaign targeting university faculty, staff and students. The attacker impersonates the UW–Madison “IT Help Desk” and asks the recipient to “update email account.” Don’t click! Details here.

Posted in Cybersecurity News, IT News, Scams
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